The Heavenly Writing: Divination, Horoscopy, and Astronomy in Mesopotamian Culture - Softcover

Rochberg, Francesca

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0521716616 ISBN 13: 9780521716611

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2008

Synopsis

The Heavenly Writing This book, first published in 2004, examines the various ways the heavens were studied and understood in ancient Mesopotamia. Full description

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Review:

'It is a long time since I've enjoyed a book this much, found so much in it to agree with, and so much to provoke further thought and research ... The Heavenly Writing is a book that lives up to its name.' Bryn Mawr Classical Review

'This is a fascinating read with much to offer and challenge, an erudite and skilful exploration and justification of Assyrian and Babylonian expertise and influence in this area. ... I enjoyed this immensely ... It is a truly exciting book, with true passion and secure appreciation and knowledge of this intriguing subject.' The London Association of Classical Teachers Newsletter

Book Description:

This book, first published in 2004, examines the various ways the heavens were studied and understood in ancient Mesopotamia, by focusing on the observation and interpretation of celestial phenomena as signs from the gods, as well as physical phenomena in their own right.

About this edition

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 0521716616
• ISBN 13: 9780521716611
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 360